Dairy-free has become a growing trend for a variety of reasons: lactose intolerance, the likelihood that dairy products are filled with hormones, and the fact that it’s more environmentally-taxing to raise animals for milk and meat than to turn to milk alternatives. Almond, coconut, and soy milks have become as common as whole milk in most coffee shops around the co
As the main canner and preserver in my family, I spend a few days in the autumn preserving as much of our harvest as I can. I usually end up with about 30 jars of pickled cucumbers, pickled beets, canned tomatoes, and pickled dill beans.
Last weekend, my husband and I made a list of recipes we wanted to enjoy during the week. We deciphered the ingredients, took the list to the grocery store, and picked up a week’s worth of groceries. From there, we washed, chopped, cooked, and baked egg muffins, brown rice and quinoa, roasted beets and sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, and vegetable soup.
As you may or may not know, fresh water is not an infinite, renewable resource. There's only so much of it and we aren't making any more. That's why it's so important not to waste water. This life-giving resource needs to be conserved and valued. The good news is there are plenty of ways to reduce water consumption—one of the biggest ways being your diet. Here are five ways to reduce your water footprint ASAP.
If you live in a particularly snowy region of the world you might think that there is very little opportunity for wild foraging. Everything appears asleep and buried during winter. With the right knowledge, however, you will find that there are plenty of plants that are ideal for harvesting in winter.
Often, January is filled with resolutions you don't intend to keep. But what if I told you there were resolutions you could make now that would forever change the planet? Well, if nothing else this new year, I challenge you to keep these five sustainable resolutions. Let this be the year you dedicate to helping the earth in ways that make a big impact.
If you’ve tried one of those meat alternative patties that “bleeds” like real meat might, you’re either in love, grossed out, or confused as to why this product is even available.
With the holidays here, it's easy to get overwhelmed with all the glitz and the glam of gifting. Often times, we find ourselves trekking through a crowded mall, looking for the "perfect gift" for everyone on our list. Aside from the stress that comes with this, there's also another problem: Waste. The holidays are not known for being sustainable, and the same can be said for gifts.
Whether you’re looking to save a few bucks or just putting a DIY spin on this holiday season, making your own gifts can be a great idea. In addition to saving you money, they’re full of love, time, and thoughtfulness, and the recipient nearly always appreciates the extra effort that goes into such a gift. You can also control the ingredients, so you know that you’re giving your recipient a gift that aligns with his or her (or your!) values, be it organic, animal-friendly, fair trade, or something else.&n
As we progress through November, it is easy to think that the harvest season is over. There are many plants, however, that are still ready to harvest and make a great addition to your fall larder. Acorns and wintergreen are mostly found in deciduous forests such as those found on the East Coast of North America; however, you can find different varieties of the same plants in many places. For instance, the greatest acorn producing oak tree on the east coast is the white oak, whereas the scrub oak is prevalent in the Rocky Mountain region.